Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce offer a delightful balance of flavor and nutrition, making them an ideal choice for dinner. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that features tender grilled chicken and vibrant broccoli, all drizzled in a luscious garlic cream sauce. This recipe not only supports a balanced diet but also allows for easy customization based on your preferences or seasonal ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, these bowls are great for meal prep, ensuring you have delicious, wholesome meals ready to go throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cooked grains (rice, quinoa, couscous)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any preferred spices. Grill over medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss broccoli florets with olive oil and lemon juice; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Prepare your grains according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Assemble the bowls by layering grains at the bottom, topped with sliced chicken and roasted broccoli. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg